I am worried about Gabriel Jesus and major Arsenal problem Mikel Arteta needs to solve

Brazilian legend Rivaldo has questioned Gabriel Jesus’ long-term future at Arsenal. The former Barcelona icon has shared his concerns about the forward falling down the Gunners’ pecking order.

Jesus came on as a substitute in both legs of Arsenal’s quarter-final tie with Bayern Munich in the Champions League, though has started three of Arsenal’s last four league games. However, he has largely been used in the left flank due to the form of Kai Havertz in Jesus’ favoured central role.

The former Manchester City striker was seen as a major coup when he arrived for £45million last season, recording 18 goal contributions in 33 games during his debut campaign. While Jesus’ output has remained similar this term, with 14 contributions in 31 appearances, former Ballon d’Or winner Rivaldo fears that the forward is at risk of becoming overlooked by Brazil.

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“When you lose your space within the club, it hinders your chances in the Brazilian team, and that is a concern for Gabriel Jesus at the moment,” Rivaldo told Betfair. “There are players playing well for 90 minutes at other clubs, scoring goals, and the coach will have seen this. Plus, when you have not scored many goals, it hurts even more for a striker.”

“I think only the player can say whether or not he is happy with the club, whether he is fighting for space, or whether he is looking for another club,” the World Cup winner added. “He will want to make sure he is selected for the Brazil squad and make his third World Cup in America in 2026.

“Jesus needs to weigh up whether it is worth staying at the club